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Human Resources: Career and Education Opportunities in Montana

Human Resources:
Human Resources workers make sure that the human concerns of business are met. They focus on issues of people and how they relate to businesses, making sure that organizations deal with their employees fairly and in accord with the law of the land.

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Montana has a population of 974,989, which has grown by 8.07% in the last 10 years. Nicknamed the "Treasure State," its capital is Helena, though its most populous city is Billings. In 2008, there were a total of 651,425 jobs in Montana. The average annual income was $34,622 in 2008, up from $33,927 the preceding year. The unemployment rate in Montana was 6.2% in 2009, which has grown by 1.6% since the previous year. Roughly 24.4% of Montana residents have college degrees, which is higher than the national average.

The top industries in Montana include agencies, brokerages, and other insurance related activities, automotive parts, accessories, and tire stores, and third party administration of insurance funds/plans. Notable tourist attractions include the Zoomontana, the Museum of Women's History, and the Moss Mansion Museum.

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CAREERS WITHIN Human Resources

Compensation / Benefits Specialists conduct programs of compensation and benefits and job analysis for employer. Compensation / Benefits Specialists need to listen well to others and take in their information and issues. They also need to respond to the actions of other and coordinate activities with them.

Employment Coordinators interview job applicants and refer them to prospective employers for consideration. Employment Coordinators need to read and understand what has been read. They also need to note the reactions and responses of others in both work and social situations.

Employment Recruiters seek out, interview, and screen applicants to fill existing and future job openings and promote career opportunities within an organization. Employment Recruiters need to listen well to others and take in their information and issues. They also need to talk through and persuade others when needed.

Job Training Specialists conduct training and development programs for employees. Job Training Specialists need to make use of strategies for learning about new situations and problems as they arise. They also need to speak clearly and communicate with others.